Bravery. Who knew I had it in me? I was literally sick the night before because I was so nervous. It's that whole fear of the unknown concept. I didn't know what to expect and having an audience and judge watch me ride when I feel so inept is a scary thing. All the othe... [More]

Today's theme is bravery! Choose something this week out of your comfort zone and even if it seems intimidating - try it! For example, go to a yoga class even though it may seem scary not knowing anyone. Try a new sport or exercise regime even if you think it may be too diffic... [More]

I hadn't budged all week from the two pounds I'd gained from eating 3 bites of cake and 2 glasses of wine. This seems utterly ridiculous to me. I should be allowed to enjoy myself like this every now and then without repercussions. But, at the same time I shouldn't be surprised...m... [More]

Sometimes I get sick of slicing up all my veggies and creating a huge salad for dinner. But, I always feel like salad I get the most full on and I really love it. I like cooked veggies but I feel like it takes more time and the margarine doesn't seem to "go as far" in order to feel full.... [More]

Did you know that juice is NOT considered a "healthy" drink? Don't get me wrong, 100% fruit juice drinks are much better than Kool-Aid, Capri's and even regular Gatorade. The problem is we are meant to eat fruit in their natural state. The fiber from natural fruit is much higher an... [More]

Happy birthday to my beautiful baby boy who is 1 year old today! I can't believe a year ago today I was at the hospital waiting for our son to arrive. What's even crazier is that my best friend had her baby last night. She was born at 1:30 am and I got to be there. It was the... [More]

A year ago today was my due date. At 11:30 pm a year ago I began having contractions. I had no idea that in 24 hours my beautiful baby boy would be born! It's so exciting because my best friend is due in two days as well. It is incredible to share such a memorable occasion ar... [More]

I can't get enough of pumpkin right now. Remember, I mentioned in a previous blog that I'm always on the lookout for a low-fat dessert at night?. When I was on maintenance I got really sick of eating 100 calorie packs all the time. This is a recipe for pumpkin chocolate-chip browni... [More]

Last night we had my son's 1st birthday party. I can't believe on Wednesday he will be one years old. Everyone keeps telling me how time flies - it sure has! I remember how miserable I was at this point last year and how I had no idea in just a few short days my life would change f... [More]

I am really loving these pumpkin recipes. I now have three more days of the pumpkin oatmeal for breakfast (oh and by the way, if you buy the "whole grain hot cereal oats" it's 1.5g less fat than the regular oats or steel cut oats). I still have half a can of pumpkin left so what am I goi... [More]